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AII inquiries regarding NEW PRODUCTS, New Literature or booHets and other items mentioned in this section should be addressed to THE CALIFORNIA LUMBER MERCHANT, Room 508, 108 West 6th St., Los Angeles 14. Your inquiries will be promptly forwarded by us to the manufacturer or distributor, who will then answer your inquiries direct,

THE "LIFT-DEK'' TRUCK

"Hold-a-Mold," newly patented item, is said to simply and efiectively solve the problern of displaying printed and pictorial matter on a wall surface. Photo shows the item in actual use and it has unlimitecl potential in schoolrooms, offices, clens, conf erence rooms, family rooms, bulletin boards, etc., says R. F. Middleton of Bob Middleton Lumber Co., Redding, Calif., which has been appointed exclusive distributors for "Hold-aMold" and is prepared to ship it in straight or mixed shipments of other millwork and/ or lumber items. The new product eliminates sticky tape, thumbtacks or damage from nail lioles and provicles a decorative, functional installation. Adclress: Bob Middleton Lumber Co., P.O. tsox 854, Redding, Calif. (CHestnut 1-3241).

Par-TEX III-D Exterior Siding

New, Improved Particle Board

Par-TEX I I I-D exterior siding, a new product beir"rg introduced by Pacqua, Inc. of Dillard, Ore., adcls the distinctive styling of vertical grooves to the fine construction characteristics of I'ar-TEX particle board. It's a new clinrension in particle board. The new vertical-grooved siding gives builders and architects more freedom of design for exteriors in a construction-proved material, it is claimed.

It can be vertically grooved at any spacing on a two-inch modular, r'egular or randonr, and with the choice of random or channel grooving. All panels have a smooth, sanded finish. Standard panel size is 4'x8'. Shiplap joints do not show and panel interlocking produces a continuous pattern effect.

Par-TEX takes paint without checking or it can be stained or finished clear in beautiful natural tones. Like standard Par-TEX panels, Par-TEX III-D cuts down or.r labor costs during construction because 32'square panels cover walls rarpidly. Par-TEX is free of knot holes, has no othcr blemishes. Made ol 100/o waterproof phenolic glue, Par-TEX won't break down under extreme conditions of heat and humidity. It has great structural strength ancl dimensional stability, it is said. Can be applied directly over studs to form a combination siding-sheathirrg. For further information, write Pacqua, Inc., P.O. Box 78, Dillard, Oregon.

A Tree Farm is an arca of taxpaying timberland dedicated to the growing of repeated timber croos.

A new truck named the "Lift-Dek" is announced by the Fox Body Co. of Janesville, Wis. The "Lift-Dek" is specifically designed f or hauling lun-rber and similar loads in bundled or palletized units. In this design, Fox Body Co. claim they have eliminated the two big objections that haulers have voiced about other trucks ,built f or this purpose. Operators told Fox that the platform height of old style trucks was so high that usefulness was minimized and loading difficult. They also objected to dropping loads from this height because of damage occuring to the product in the unloading process. Advanced structural engineering lowered the "Lift-Dek" platform as much as 14 inches below other platform trucks. Further, Fox, has incorporated a special lift between the frame members of the truck to tilt the platform to within 4" of the ground so that loads are slid off to the ground without damage.

NEW ALUMINUM SAFETY-STEP LADDERS FOLD FOR COMPACT STORAGE

Another new and outstanrliug feature of the "Lift-Dek" incorporates corrugations in the platform bed to allow lift truck loading lvith no pallets or blocking necessary. Because of these corrugatiot.rs a lift truck operator is able to load the truck platform without help and without leaving his n-raclrine. The rear of tltese corrugations are specifically designed to permit free dumping of ali types of loads without damaging the lrroduct or metal banding striPs.

The "Lift-Dek" also features a half-cab to pernrit 24 ft. long iumber to be carried beside the cab. Full 16 ft. lumber can be carried behind tlie cab. Other f eatures include: extra space in the half-cab to carry a helper for special unloading, compartments for carrying small parcels, unique platform engineering which 'permits hauling split loads for dun-rping at different destinations, pressure control of the rear rplatform in all stages of dunrping, and an intentionally different styling that results in advertising to the user.

Wilhold White Glue In New Containers

Wilhold Proclucts Co., now offers two new plastic containers in their line of Wilhold White Glue. The smallest a 7/8 oz. Plastic Tube of Wilhold White Glue, its applicator tip is ideal for home, office or school. The largest, a Plastic Gallon of Wilhold White Glue, pours easily & re-seals quickly. Safe for mailing and shipping, as it can be dropped or hit without damage. The plastic gallon is re-usable, its size alone suggests rnany uses at home, out on the job or in the s I.r o1t.

The latest addition to the Ballymore Safety-Step Ladder line is a new folding alurninum ladder, supplied in a wide range of models, offering the user maximum benefits in convenience, compactness, useability and safety. They are stored compactly, out of the way, when not in use. Handrails are available on 3, 4 and S-step models. Two, 3 and 4-step models are available without handrails. A unique folding mecl.ranism locks these liglitweight ladders securely at base to make them rigid and stable when in use. A quick lifting motion folds ladders to a compact 1O inches to occupy minimum storage space. These ladclers will not rust or tarnish. Extru<1ed aluminum steps, an exclusive Ballynrore feature, provide a sure grip, are strong ancl easily cleaned.

For cornplete information, write to the Ilallymore Cortrpany, West Chester, Pa.

.NU RUF'COATING CAN BE SPRAYED ON

A ncw roof coating, durable, economical ancl easy-to-apply, is being nrarketed nation-wide under the trarle name of Nu Ruf. A dry, white, powdered material containing cement, plastics and other weather-resistant materials, Nu Ruf is 'packaged in 57-pound bags. It is mixed with water at the site, in a proportion of five gallons of water for each bag, can be sprayed or "broomed" on at minimum cost for labor, holding loose granules in place and protecting underlying water-proofing material. It can be used on built-up roofs of any color or on composition shingle roofs, new or old.

Vincent E. Smith, vice-president of TherMo Roof, Inc. of Houston, manufacturers of Nu Ruf, said that he expects Nu Ruf to have a large market in the maintenance of existing roofs, e.ren those which are beginning to deteriorate. The product, which carries a tw'o-year manufacturer's guarantee, was developed at the request of Ther-Mo Roof's own national network of roofing contractors. Distributors and sales representatives are wanted to meet a growing nation-wide dernald for an improved roof coating.

New Stqndqrd Being Considered For Horizontql Sliding Windows

Producers, distributors and others associated with the building industry are considering a Recommended Commercial Standard designed to provide nationally recognized specifications for Horizontal Sliding Wood Window Units, according to the Commodity Standards Division, U.S. Department of Commerce.

The new standard will establish minimum requirements fo1 _fhe materials, construction, assembly, grading, and labeling of this popular new type of window. It covErs the construction of the window and frame, weatherstripping, storm sash, and screens, and their assembly into a comple.tely prefabricated window unit. All wood parts are required to be treated to resist warping, swelling, shrinking, and fungus attack, and the window units must withstand an air leakage test. Trade terminology is also definecl.

The proposal was originally requested by the National Woodwork Manufacturers Association and the American Wood Window Institute Division of Ponderosa Pine Woodwork. It is being widely circulated for consideration arrd written acceptance so that it may be established witl-r the voluntary endorsement of the trade.

Wherr promulgated, the standard will be usable as a marketing guide for buyers and sellers, and provide for identifying products that meet the standard by the use of labels, invoices, certificates, and the like.

A limited number of copies of the Recommended Commercial Standard for Hofizontal Slidins Wood Window Units, TS-5417A, are available without c-ost from Wm. H. Furcolow, Commodity Standards Division, U.S. Department of Commerce, Washington 25, D.C.

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Wesfern Door & Sosh Co. Storts

45th Yecrr Wifh New Monogemenl

feqm to Better Serve lts Deolers

Western Door & Sash Co. will start its 45th year as wholesale manufacturers and distributors of building material with a new management team, it is announced by J. Z. Todd. president.

Hollis T. Jones has been appointed vice-president and general manager, with full responsibility for the company's operation. Todd advised that Jones has been with Western Door for 24 years, having worked in manufacturing, shipping, estimating and sales. He formerly was sales manag'er.